The clinical and biological heterogeneity of head and neck cancer (HNC) is paralleled by a
plethora of different symptoms that affect the patient's quality of life. These symptoms …

Objective Ulcerative mucositis (UM) is a devastating complication of most cancer therapies
with less recognized risk factors. Whilst risk predictions are most vital in adverse events, we …

In cancer treatment, perioperative oral functional management is used as a part of
supportive care. Its main objectives are as follows:(1) preventing and reducing adverse …

Introduction Febrile neutropenia (FN) is a potential life-threatening complication of
myelosuppressive chemotherapy, particularly when induced by infection. There is evidence …

Introduction Cases of osteonecrosis of the jaw have been reported by dental surgeons to the
pharmacovigilance center in Rennes, France, occurring among patients treated with …

Cryoprevention (CP) using ice (IC) is an effective strategy to prevent chemotherapy-induced
oral mucositis (OM). However, the use of IC may cause adverse reactions and requires …

The aim of the present study was to analyze the relationship of OM with possible risk factors
such as oral health condition, immunological status and IL-1β profile in patients submitted to …

Background Colonization of the oropharynx with gram-negative bacilli (GNB) is considered
a negative prognostic factor in immunocompromised individuals. Hemato-oncologic patients …

Background: Febrile neutropenia (FN) poses a significant challenge in cancer treatment,
with a high incidence among patients undergoing standard therapies. Predicting FN …

Purpose The objectives of this study were to describe the distribution and the
clinicopathological features of the most common causes for dental treatment needs during …